{"id":120,"date":"2017-10-02T18:25:03","date_gmt":"2017-10-02T18:25:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ambiancedentspa.com\/blog\/?p=120"},"modified":"2021-11-04T18:14:59","modified_gmt":"2021-11-04T18:14:59","slug":"childrens-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ambiancedentspa.com\/blog\/childrens-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Children\u2019s Dentist Reminds You to Choose Healthy Foods!"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"girlBrushing and flossing are essential for oral health, but choosing the right diet can also do wonders for a person\u2019s smile. As a parent, it\u2019s part of your responsibility to make sure your little ones consume snacks that are good for their whole body \u2014 including their teeth. What types of foods will make your child\u2019s smile bright and healthy, and which foods should you skip the next time you go grocery shopping? Your children\u2019s dentist<\/a> is here to give you some guidance.<\/p>\n

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Foods for a Healthy Smile<\/h2>\n

Calcium should always be a consideration when you\u2019re choosing your child\u2019s snacks. This mineral is one of the main components of teeth, and children needs lots of it in order to thrive. Snacks that are rich in calcium can fortify teeth and promote overall health in young bodies. Yogurt (that doesn\u2019t have a ton of sugar), milk, and cheese are all good choices.<\/p>\n

Also, be sure to include lots of fruits and veggies in your child\u2019s lunchbox. Foods with a bunch of fiber in them, like celery and carrots, have a crunchy texture that requires a lot of chewing. The chewing encourages saliva production, and saliva works to vanquish harmful bacteria from the mouth. If your kid balks at vegetables, you might make them more appealing by offering a yummy dip.<\/p>\n

Here are a few other foods that can be great for your child\u2019s smile:<\/p>\n